Apply for a Grant
LCEF funds construction education programs, scholarships, equipment, training space, materials, and instruction across Louisiana. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and all submissions are reviewed by the LCEF board of directors.
Must provide construction, craft, safety, or supervisory training in Louisiana
Must produce a certification meeting or exceeding NCCER standards
Must guide students toward construction education, training, or career opportunities
Must demonstrate responsible administration of grant funds
Applications accepted year-round on a rolling basis
What we fund
Funding Priorities
LCEF supports a range of project types that expand or improve construction education and workforce development in Louisiana. Grants may fund any of the following.
Programs and Courses
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New or existing training initiatives, whether operated independently or through a partnership with another organization.
Scholarships
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Financial support for students who need assistance covering the cost of training and certification programs in the construction trades.
Equipment
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Heavy equipment, machinery, and tools used in hands-on craft training, such as hook and crane equipment for operator programs.
Materials and Consumables
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Training supplies that programs use regularly, including welding rods, flat bar, pipe, grinding wheels, and similar consumable materials.
Training Space
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Funding for classroom or hands-on training facilities, whether an existing space being expanded or a new location being established.
Instruction and Training Time
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Support for the cost of qualified instructors, covering the expense of bringing skilled professionals in to teach a course or training cohort.